University of Chicago - Chicago, IL
posted 3 months ago
The University of Chicago Research Computing Center (RCC) is seeking a Computational Scientist specializing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to support a variety of research projects across multiple disciplines. This role involves developing software that facilitates data acquisition, ingestion, and integration for research initiatives. The successful candidate will assist in creating user interfaces and scalable back-end services aimed at automating and enhancing the scientific output of multi-institutional research projects. As a domain expert, the Computational Scientist will work closely with faculty, post-docs, and graduate students, providing guidance and support on projects that leverage machine learning and AI technologies. In this position, the Computational Scientist will be responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing computational methods and resources that advance research objectives. This includes independently proposing and executing practical solutions to research challenges, as well as developing and maintaining AI and machine learning pipelines for various applications, including images, video, speech, and unstructured text. The role requires strong problem-solving skills to address regression, classification, clustering, forecasting, and anomaly detection issues using established machine learning techniques. Additionally, the Computational Scientist will communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences, including faculty, students, and researchers. This includes creating and presenting tutorials, hands-on workshops, and documentation to train the research community. The role also involves contributing to grant proposals by articulating the relationship between research goals and data resources, as well as evaluating past and present technologies to inform the development of new tools. The successful candidate will ensure that all new tools undergo quality control reviews and provide timely systems support and updates, including conducting information security assessments and risk analyses of the computing environment.